TechLead-Story: Michael Hödlmoser, CTO at emotion3D

Team

Size and Roles:

• The development team consists of 15 individuals with strong backgrounds in Computer Vision and Machine Learning.
• Roles include application developers, algorithm developers, and architects.

Organizational Structure:

• Team members are allocated to different projects based on skills and experience.
• A tailored Scrum framework is used for project planning, supplemented by daily project-specific stand-up meetings.

Distinctive Aspects:

• The team possesses diverse expertise essential for high-quality image processing projects.
• Strong team cohesion contributes to a positive working atmosphere, fostering both enjoyment and productivity.

Recruiting

Integration in Recruiting Process:

• Required skills and candidate qualifications are closely aligned with the team's input.
• Some candidates are invited to the office or for a shared lunch to facilitate mutual understanding.

Onboarding Procedure:

• Office spaces accommodate three to four individuals, allowing flexibility based on projects and team dynamics.
• Each new member is assigned a team member for seamless integration.
• Monthly team events and quarterly Spotlight events foster knowledge sharing and team building.

Qualities Beyond Technical Skills:

• Social competencies are equally valued alongside technical skills.
• Hiring decisions prioritize candidates who demonstrate a good fit in terms of both technical and social aspects.
• Emphasis on structured work, independent problem-solving, and a sense of responsibility.

Technologies

Technical Challenges:

• In the automotive sector, balancing cost-effectiveness with precision is crucial.
• High innovation is required to achieve both accuracy and robustness in products.

Technologies in Use:

• Core algorithms are based on a C++ core.
• Python is used for machine learning module training code.
• Unity is employed for visualization and simulation tasks.

Evolution of Technology:

• The core technologies have evolved continually while maintaining consistency.